How long do planning decisions take near Thinford?

The average planning decision time near Thinford is 39 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Thinford?

The planning approval rate near Thinford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Thinford?

The most common type of planning application near Thinford is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thinford?

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Thinford, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thinford, County Durham.

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About Thinford

Thinford is a small hamlet located within the civil parish of Spennymoor in County Durham, England. Nestled to the east of Spennymoor, it sits at the intersection of the A167 and A688, making it a strategic point between Darlington and Durham. This positioning may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

District: Spennymoor

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £197,794 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Easington
LSOA: County Durham 034D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thinford.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Thinford.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Thinford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Thinford.

- Land In The West Of The Thinford Park Redevelopment Thinford Park Thinford Durham DH6 5JQ
Non-material amendments to approved plans for DM/25/00045/FPA (retail units) to moved Building eastwards by 2.5 metres, move Road and car parking east by 0.5m, provision of a 5m wide path in front of
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-04-22
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- Unit 6 Thinford Park Thinford DH6 5JQ
Display of 3 no. illuminated fascia signs and 1 no. illuminated hanging sign.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-12
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- Spennymoor Electricity Substation (south) Thinford Lane Thinford
Extension of part of the existing fence line and the installation of a Portable Relay Room (PRR).
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-12-01
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- Unit 16 Thinford Park Thinford DH6 5JQ
Change the use from a trade storage and distribution Use Class B8 to a Padel Tennis business and small retail area (Use Class E)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-05-21
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- Land North And East Of Burger King Thinford Park Thinford DH6 5JY
Non material amendment to approved plans of DM/21/01122/FPA (storage and distribution units) to replace a small area of landscaped space for an additional 9no. parking spaces.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-08-09
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A brief summary of Thinford in County Durham

Property prices in Thinford show an average sale price of £197,794, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Thinford a particularly low-crime area.

Thinford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hett. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Thinford

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Thinford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Thinford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Thinford were discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).

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